Glaucoma & Eye Trauma Treatment in Amritsar
Advanced Glaucoma and Eye Trauma Care at Dr. Shakeen Eye & Dental Hospital
Your eyes are delicate and need immediate attention when there is pain, injury, sudden vision loss, redness, or pressure-related problems. At Dr. Shakeen Eye & Dental Hospital, Amritsar, we provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for glaucoma and eye trauma using advanced eye examination technology and personalised treatment plans.
Our experienced eye specialists focus on protecting vision, reducing complications, and providing timely care for patients with glaucoma, eye injuries, accidental trauma, chemical exposure, foreign body injuries, and sudden eye emergencies.
What Is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that can damage the optic nerve, usually due to increased pressure inside the eye. The optic nerve carries visual signals from the eye to the brain. If glaucoma is not detected and treated early, it can gradually lead to permanent vision loss.
Symptoms of Glaucoma
In many cases, glaucoma may not cause noticeable symptoms in the beginning. However, some patients may experience:
- Gradual loss of side vision
- Blurred vision
- Eye pain or heaviness
- Headache around the eyes
- Redness in the eye
- Halos around lights
- Sudden severe eye pain
- Nausea or vomiting with eye pain
- Sudden decrease in vision
Glaucoma Diagnosis and Evaluation
- Eye pressure measurement
- Visual acuity testing
- Optic nerve examination
- Dilated eye examination
- Visual field test
- Corneal thickness measurement
- Gonioscopy to assess the drainage angle
- OCT scan for optic nerve and retinal nerve fibre analysis
Types of Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma
- Normal-Tension Glaucoma
- Congenital Glaucoma in Children
- Secondary Glaucoma
- Glaucoma Caused by Eye Injury or Trauma
- Glaucoma Related to Diabetes, Steroid Use, or Other Eye Conditions
Glaucoma Treatment Options
Glaucoma damage cannot usually be reversed, but early diagnosis and proper treatment can help slow or prevent further vision loss. Treatment options may include:
- Eye Drops and Medicines
Prescription eye drops are commonly used to lower eye pressure. It is important to use them regularly as advised by the eye specialist. - Laser Treatment
Laser procedures may be recommended to improve fluid drainage from the eye or reduce eye pressure in suitable glaucoma cases.
Eye Trauma Treatment in Amritsar
Eye trauma refers to any injury to the eye, eyelid, orbit, or surrounding tissues. Eye injuries can happen due to accidents, falls, sports injuries, workplace incidents, road accidents, sharp objects, chemical splashes, firecrackers, or foreign particles entering the eye.
Some eye injuries may look minor but can cause serious damage if treatment is delayed. Prompt examination by an eye specialist is important to protect vision.
Common Types of Eye Trauma
We provide evaluation and treatment for different eye injuries, including:
• Foreign body in the eye
• Dust, metal, glass, or particle injury
• Chemical splash injury
• Eye burns
• Blunt injury to the eye
• Sharp object injury
• Corneal abrasion or corneal injury
• Eyelid cuts and swelling
• Bleeding inside the eye
• Retinal injury after trauma
• Eye injury due to sports or accidents
• Trauma-related glaucoma
Symptoms of Eye Trauma
Seek immediate eye care if you experience:
• Severe eye pain
• Sudden blurred vision or vision loss
• Redness or swelling
• Bleeding from the eye
• Sensitivity to light
• Persistent watering
• Foreign body sensation
• Double vision
• Difficulty opening the eye
• Chemical exposure
• A cut, puncture, or object stuck in the eye
What To Do During an Eye Emergency
If you have an eye injury, avoid rubbing or pressing the eye. Do not try to remove a deeply embedded object. In case of chemical exposure, rinse the eye gently with clean water immediately and seek urgent eye care.
For severe pain, vision loss, bleeding, deep cuts, or a foreign object stuck in the eye, visit Dr. Shakeen Eye & Dental Hospital, Amritsar, as soon as possible.
Why Choose Dr. Shakeen Eye & Dental Hospital?
• Comprehensive glaucoma and eye trauma care
• Experienced eye specialists
• Advanced eye examination and diagnostic facilities
• Personalised treatment plans
• Emergency evaluation for eye injuries
• Patient-focused guidance and follow-up care
• Convenient eye care services in Amritsar
Book a Consultation
Do not ignore changes in vision, eye pain, redness, injury, or pressure-related symptoms. Early diagnosis and treatment can help protect your eyesight.
Visit Dr. Shakeen Eye & Dental Hospital, Amritsar, for glaucoma screening, glaucoma treatment, eye injury evaluation, and emergency eye trauma care.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can glaucoma cause permanent blindness?
Yes. Glaucoma can cause permanent vision loss if it is not diagnosed and treated on time. Vision already lost due to glaucoma usually cannot be restored, but treatment can help prevent further damage.
Does glaucoma have symptoms in the early stage?
In many cases, especially open-angle glaucoma, there may be no early symptoms. This is why regular eye check-ups are important for early detection.
Who is at higher risk of glaucoma?
People may have a higher risk if they are above 40 years of age, have a family history of glaucoma, diabetes, high eye pressure, long-term steroid use, previous eye injury, or certain eye conditions.
Can glaucoma be cured completely?
Glaucoma cannot usually be cured completely, but it can be managed effectively with eye drops, laser treatment, or surgery to control eye pressure and protect remaining vision.
How often should glaucoma patients get eye check-ups?
The frequency of follow-up visits depends on the type and severity of glaucoma. Your eye specialist will recommend a schedule based on your eye pressure, optic nerve condition, and treatment response.
Can eye injury cause glaucoma?
Yes. Trauma to the eye can damage internal eye structures and may lead to increased eye pressure, sometimes immediately or even years after the injury. Regular follow-up is important after significant eye trauma.
What should I do if a chemical enters my eye?
7. What should I do if a chemical enters my eye?
Immediately rinse the eye with clean running water for several minutes and seek urgent medical care. Do not delay treatment, as chemicals can cause serious damage to the eye.
Should I rub my eye if dust or a foreign particle enters it?
No. Avoid rubbing the eye because it can scratch the cornea or push the particle deeper. Blink gently, rinse with clean water if possible, and consult an eye specialist if discomfort continues.
Is sudden eye pain an emergency?
Yes. Sudden severe eye pain, redness, blurred vision, headache, halos around lights, nausea, or vomiting can be a sign of acute glaucoma or another serious eye condition. Immediate eye examination is recommended.
Can children develop glaucoma?
Yes. Although less common, children can develop congenital or childhood glaucoma. Symptoms may include excessive tearing, sensitivity to light, enlarged-looking eyes, or cloudy corneas. Early evaluation is important.
When should I visit an eye specialist after an eye injury?
You should seek immediate eye care if there is pain, blurred vision, bleeding, chemical exposure, swelling, a cut, a foreign body, double vision, or any sudden change in eyesight.